Dr. Ken Langelier
Dr. Langelier is a 1981 graduate of the Western College of Veterinary Medicine where he received the award for Outstanding Achievement in Medicine.
Dr. Langelier is an outspoken advocate for humane animal care and has always been very concerned about animal suffering. Dr. Langelier was instrumental in initiating and enacting a ban on the use of toxic lead shot for waterfowl hunting and has worked to ban the use of wild animals in performances such as circuses in many areas of the province. Ken is currently working on banning tail docking and ear cropping in dogs - both unnecessary cosmetic procedures. Ken is renowned internationally for his work on Bald Eagles and was featured in a documentary series CHAMPIONS OF THE WILD.
In 1989, Dr. Langelier received the Canadian Veterinary Medical Association’s Humane Award. This award is given to a veterinarian in Canada that has demonstrated exceptional compassion for the welfare of animals. The British Columbia Federation of Naturalists’ Recognition Award was awarded to Dr. Langelier for his outstanding contribution to the understanding and appreciation of the natural history of British Columbia. In 2001, Ken was awarded 'Veterinarian of the Year' by the BC S.P.C.A. In 2007 Ken was the recipient of the first Mark Corbett photography 'Wild for Life: Champion of the Wild' annual award. Because of his efforts, Ken was awarded the Order of British Columbia in 2008, the province's highest honour.
Dr. Langelier also has a weekly column, 'Vet Tales' in the Wednesday edition of the Harbour City Star that spotlights some of the interesting and often humorous sides of veterinary medicine. Ken regularly gives lectures to physicians, veterinarians and the general public about veterinary medicine and wildlife.
Dr. Langelier has a special interest in exotic and pet birds, pet reproduction, surgery, and geriatric medicine. Dr. Langelier is an avid photographer and his works have been shown in many periodicals and magazines and he enjoys travel with his wife, Michele. Some of Ken's photography can be viewed here.
